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Hotel Des Balances

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine, alfresco dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
$284
$266 nightly
$284 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19

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Weinmarkt, Lucerne, LU, 6004
  • Place, Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, KKL Lucerne
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double or Twin Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double or Twin Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room For Single Use, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Queen Room For Single Use, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Hot Tub, River View (with Balcony) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Hot Tub, River View (with Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite with Sofa Bed

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, City View (Queenroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lucerne

A stay at Hotel Des Balances places you in the heart of Lucerne, steps from Lucerne Town Hall and Rosengart Collection. .This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mill Bridge and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Musegg Wall.

What's nearby

  • Lucerne Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chapel Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Saint Peters Church - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hertensteinstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • KKL Lucerne - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) - 8 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rathaus Brauerei - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zum Weissen Kreuz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mill'Feuille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Opus - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Des Balances

Riverwalk hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
Hotel Des Balances offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 56 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy French cuisine at Restaurant Balances, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Lucerne? This hotel has 1970 square feet (183 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Restaurant Balances - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Balances Lounge - This bar serves light fare only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (CHF 35 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (CHF 33 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CHF 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Balances Lounge
  • Restaurant Balances

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,970 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per day
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 70.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.80 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 35 per person
  • Self parking fee: CHF 35 per night
  • Valet parking fee: CHF 33 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 70.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number KZV-SLU-000020

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

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